167 Best cafe barista Jobs in London (May 2026) - page 4

ABOUT KŌHMI. kōhmi. is a young coffee and matcha shop in the City of London. We are building a simple, beautiful space centred around quality, calm, and good people. We believe in crafting an atmosphere through great coffee, carefully prepared Japanese teas, and warm, genuine hospitality. The space is designed to feel calm and welcoming during a busy day in the City. As a small business, every member of the team plays an important role in shaping the experience and culture from day one. We value kindness, attention to detail, and people who care about creating something special together. ABOUT THE ROLE As Head Barista, you will be the person we rely on to set the tone for the shop, both in the quality of the coffee and in the warmth of the experience we create for our guests. You will lead the day-to-day running of kōhmi., working closely with the founders to bring our vision to life. We need someone experienced and confident who can work independently, make good decisions under pressure, and naturally create an environment where people feel looked after. Your responsibilities will include: • Leading the daily operations of the shop, including opening, closing, and ensuring smooth service, • Preparing and serving high-quality coffee, matcha, and other drinks to a consistently excellent standard, • Creating a welcoming, calm atmosphere for every guest, • Supervising and supporting the barista team, helping them develop and maintain our standards, • Managing stock, placing orders, and keeping the shop well-organised, • Helping shape how we do things, from workflow and service to the overall guest experience, • Being a trusted point of contact when the founders are not on-site WHAT WE OFFER • A genuine opportunity to shape a brand and business from day one, • Close working relationship with the founders, with ability to contribute to the commercial side of building a coffee business, • A calm, thoughtfully designed workspace in the heart of the City, • A performance-based bonus scheme tied to monthly revenue targets, • Workplace pension, • A team that values kindness, quality, and doing things properly WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • Proven barista experience, with strong technical skills in coffee preparation, • A genuine passion for coffee and an interest in the craft behind it, • Experience managing or supervising in a café or hospitality setting, • A self-driven approach, with the confidence to manage the shop independently, • A warm, positive presence that naturally makes people feel comfortable, • The ability to work quickly and smoothly, interacting and serving guests with warmth, • Reliability, trustworthiness, and a strong sense of personal responsibility, • Flexibility and adaptability, with a willingness to help build something new

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Guru Guru

Japanese sushi chef or cook

Guru Guru is a new Japanese concept brought by an Amsterdam-based Japanese cuisine group. In Amsterdam we run sushi izakaya, matcha cafe, omakase and kappou concepts. We are excited to debut in London Islington with an even more fun and daring vibe y’all come with. We have our long-standing Japanese sushi shokunin partnering with us across our multiple projects but we will need to hire a local lead chef and a few Japanese assistant and sous chefs, as well as waitress / bartending / barista / baking jobs. Who we are looking for Sushi chef role: Ability to fillet various kinds of of fish from scratch, e.g. salmon, tuna, bluefin tuna, hamachi, ika, tako, sea bass etc Deep respect for care and technique on sushi rice (shari) preparation Native or fluent Japanese speaking is highly preferred English enough for simple communications Sense of hygiene and details Flexible availability, working any 5 days a week between Monday - Sunday Must be fine with late finishes around 22:00 Who we are looking for Japanese cook role: Ability to prepare basic Japanese hot / cooked food Proficient in use of various Japanese ingredients and seasonings Proficient in Japanese cooking technique e.g. zuke, dashi preparations, simmering, steaming Native or fluent Japanese speaking is highly preferred English enough for simple communications Sense of hygiene and details Flexible availability, working any 5 days a week between Monday - Sunday Must be fine with late finishes around 22:00 Benefits (depends on full time vs part time): pension scheme uniform will be provided meals on duty 28 days holiday staff discount Tips sharing As per UK Immigration legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Proof of right to work will be required as part of the recruitment process.

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Hoxton Fruit and Veg Mare street

Job Description: Hoxton Fruit Garden is a fresh and vibrant bakery and deli offering salad bars, fresh juices, smoothies, and quality coffee. We are looking for friendly, motivated Baristas or Sales Associates to join our team. If you have barista or coffee experience, that’s a bonus — but if not, full training will be provided. The most important thing for us is a positive attitude and great customer service. Key Responsibilities: • Serving customers at the till and processing payments, • Preparing coffee, smoothies, and fresh juices, • Assisting with salad bar and deli service, • Engaging with customers and delivering excellent customer service, • Keeping the workspace clean and organised, • Friendly and approachable personality, • Strong communication skills, • Ability to work in a fast-paced setting, • Barista/café experience is an advantage but not required, • Part-time and full-time roles available, • Training provided, • Supportive and welcoming team

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MÉLI-MÉLO le bistro-café

Walthamstow, Waltham Forest

Head Barista Meli Melo – Le Bistro-Café Location: London Position: Full-Time Reports to: General Manager / Owner About Us Meli Melo – Le Bistro-Café is a modern bistro-café combining specialty coffee, artisanal pastries, and refined brunch cuisine. We focus on quality ingredients, precision, and warm hospitality. We are looking for a Head Barista to lead our coffee program and ensure every cup served reflects the standards of Meli Melo. Role Overview The Head Barista is responsible for the quality, consistency, and innovation of our coffee offering. You will lead the barista team, manage coffee operations, and maintain the highest standards in espresso extraction, milk texturing, and guest experience. This role requires both technical coffee expertise and leadership skills. Key Responsibilities Coffee Quality & Standards Dial in espresso daily to achieve optimal extraction and flavour balance. Maintain strict consistency in espresso recipes, grind settings, and brew ratios. Ensure all drinks meet specialty coffee standards. Develop seasonal drinks and signature coffee creations. Barista Leadership Train and mentor baristas to improve technique and service standards. Lead by example during busy service periods. Ensure efficient workflow behind the coffee bar. Coffee Program Development Manage relationships with coffee roasters and suppliers. Introduce new coffees, brew methods, and seasonal features. Maintain recipe documentation and brew guides. Equipment Management Oversee maintenance and cleanliness of: Espresso machines Grinders Brew equipment Implement daily and weekly cleaning procedures. Stock & Cost Control Manage inventory of: Coffee beans Milk and alternatives Syrups and barista supplies Reduce waste and maintain cost efficiency. Customer Experience Deliver warm and knowledgeable service. Engage customers with coffee stories and recommendations. Maintain the welcoming atmosphere expected at Meli Melo. Requirements 3+ years specialty coffee experience 1+ year in a senior or head barista role Strong knowledge of: Espresso calibration Milk steaming and latte art Coffee extraction theory Leadership and team training experience Ability to perform under pressure during busy brunch service Preferred: SCA Coffee certification Experience in high-volume specialty cafés Key Skills Espresso calibration Latte art & milk texturing Bar workflow management Staff training Coffee recipe development Guest engagement What We Offer Competitive salary Opportunity to lead the coffee program Creative input on menu and drinks Work within a premium hospitality environment

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Galata Cafe and bistro

Our place in Islington Angel call galata cafe we are looking barista and bartender for cocktail we open 8am to 10pm we have two shift morning and afternoon sometime we will change but you will get daily 8 to 10 hours sometime 10 hours like weekly 50:60 hours if can work

Looking for a head barista for our cafè in Barbican. Monday to Friday, part time & full time positions available. Skilled in specialty coffee, professional, organised, expert levels of cleanliness and hygiene and exceptional customer service a must. Thank you!

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